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Terrestrial Verses (2023)
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Ordinary requests, from naming a baby to seeking permission for a film, become negotiations with an authority just beyond the frame. The fixed viewpoints keep attention on the person trying to remain reasonable. Nine short encounters make this a particularly clear introduction to administrative power without needing a sprawling conspiracy.
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A satirical take on the mundane absurdities of life in modern-day Iran, these nine vignettes illuminate the lighter side of enduring under authoritarian rule. Whether choosing a name for a newborn, graduating from grade school, getting a driver’s license, applying for a job, or seeking approval for a film script, if you live in Iran, you best come fluent in Orwellian discourse.